Aureus - Claudius II Gothicus VICTORIA AVG; Victory
| Gold | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Claudius II (Marcus Aurelius Claudius) (268-270) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 268-270 |
| Value | Aureus (25⁄2) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#290336 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Victory, winged, draped, walking right, holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIA AVG
Translation:
Victoria Augusti.
Victory of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Aureus - Claudius II Gothicus (VICTORIA AVG; Victory) coin is that it features a unique blend of Roman and Gothic influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Claudius II Gothicus, while the reverse side features the goddess Victory holding a trophy and a shield with the inscription "VICTORIA AVG" (Victory of the Emperor). This blend of Roman and Gothic elements reflects the cultural exchange and synthesis that occurred during the Roman Empire's period of Gothic rule.
